Lemon Cheesecake Bars

* Exported from MasterCook II *

Lemon Cheesecake Bars

Recipe By : The Joy Of Cookies
Serving Size : 24 Preparation Time :0:15
Categories : Desserts

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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----Crust-----
1 1/2 c unbleached flour
2/3 c powdered sugar -- sifted
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 c margarine -- cold
----Filling-----
1 pkg fat-free cream cheese -- (8 oz) softened
2/3 c granulated sugar
3 egg whites -- whipped
1/3 c lemon juice -- at room temperature
1/2 tsp vanilla
----Glaze----
2 1/2 c powdered sugar -- sifted
1/2 tsp vanilla
1 tbsp skim milk -- at room temperature
4 tbsps lemon juice -- at room temperature

Preheat oven at 350. Prepare a 9 x 13 pan with cooking spray and flour. In a
mixing bowl, combine flour, 2/3 cup powdered sugar, and salt. Use a pastry
blender to cut in margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press
firmly over bottom of prepared pan. Bake 15 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before
topping with cheese mixture. To prepare filling, combine cream cheese, 2/3
granulated sugar, egg whites, milk, lemon juice and vanilla in another mixing
bowl. Pour over baked crust. Bake for 22 to 28 minutes or until firm.
Meanwhile, to prepare glaze, combine 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar, vanilla, and
milk. Add enough lemon juice to make a thick smooth glaze. Pour glaze over
cheesecake base; smooth surface. Cover and refrigerate overnight before
cutting.



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